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Computerization of plateletpheresis quality control records with a commercially available spreadsheet program.

B C McLeod1, A Viernes, S Reed

  • 1Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois 60612.

Journal of Clinical Apheresis
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Apheresis centers can use affordable spreadsheet software for quality control. This system simplifies data entry and analysis for platelet collection efficiency and yield, improving record-keeping.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Technology
  • Biotechnology
  • Health Informatics

Background:

  • Apheresis centers often face resource limitations for specialized record-keeping software.
  • Customized software solutions can be prohibitively expensive for many facilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To adapt a widely available spreadsheet program for quality control in plateletpheresis.
  • To provide an accessible and cost-effective solution for apheresis record management.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet software on an IBM PC compatible system.
  • Designed data entry in a row-column format, incorporating formulas for yield and collection efficiency calculations.
  • Leveraged built-in sorting and statistical functions for data analysis.

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Main Results:

  • The adapted spreadsheet system requires fewer keystrokes than manual calculation, creating a permanent data record.
  • Facilitates rapid identification of incomplete records and calculation of average platelet yield and collection efficiency.
  • Enables assessment of instrument or operator performance and adherence to quality standards.

Conclusions:

  • The spreadsheet-based system offers a practical and economical approach to apheresis quality control.
  • It enhances ease of data entry and analysis compared to manual methods.
  • Suitable for apheresis personnel with limited computer expertise, meeting regulatory requirements.